Kenneth Alan Scarborough Sr.1,2,3

M, b. October 12, 1942, d. April 21, 2011
FatherClinton Hughes Scarborough1,2 b. January 20, 1909, d. October 26, 1976
MotherLizzie May Martin1,2 b. July 22, 1913, d. November, 1981
     His Social Security Number was 212-40-5817.4 Kenneth Alan Scarborough Sr. was born on October 12, 1942 at Aberdeen, Harford Co., Maryland.2,4 He married Jean Ibbottson Smiley on November 23, 1963.2,3 Kenneth Alan Scarborough Sr. died on April 21, 2011 at San Francisco, San Francisco Co., California, at age 68.2,4 He Kenneth A. Scarborough, Sr., 68, of Taunton, MA died unexpectedly on Thursday April 21, 2011 in San Francisco, California. He was the husband of forty-seven years of Jean (Smiley) Scarborough. Ken was born in Aberdeen, Maryland the son of the late Clinton H. and Lizzie (Martin) Scarborough. He was a graduate of Aberdeen High School class of 1960. He was the Pastor of the Somerset Baptist Church for 17 years. Ken’s interests were wide and varied. He loved directing youth and adult camps, and over the course of 40 years, directed more than 75 weeks of camp in New York, Rhode Island, and Maine. He was involved in humanitarian projects,froma clothing ministry in Randolph, Vermont, to missionary work in Haiti. Ken traveled to Haiti twice, and also visited a missionary-built school in South Africa while on a photo safari with his son last year. In addition to being Pastor of Somerset Baptist Church, he was also employed by New Directions in New Bedford, MA as a senior workshop instructor and an offender work force development specialist. He recently received accreditation as a Global Career Development Facilitator. Before coming to Somerset, he served churches in Randolph and Bethel, Vermont. Survivors besides his wife are a daughter, Dee Scarborough Corton of Plainville, MA; a son, Ken Scarborough, Jr.and his wife Merry of Cranston, RI; four loving grandchildren, Emma, Megan, David and Nathan. He was the brother of the late Betty Simmons. on April 27, 2011.2

Family

Jean Ibbottson Smiley
Marriage*He married Jean Ibbottson Smiley on November 23, 1963.2,3 
Children
  • Kenneth Alan Scarborough Jr.2
  • Donna Jean "Dee" Scarborough2,5

Citations

  1. [S1713] News Journal, The, From the Clinton H. Scarborough obituary in the Oct 28, 1976 edition.
  2. [S1710] Baltimore Sun, From the Kenneth A. Scarborough, Sr. obituary in the Apr 27, 2011 edition.
  3. [S8465] Unknown compiler, North America, Family Histories, 1500-2000.
  4. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  5. [S6556] Vermont State Archives and Records Administratio, Vermont, Marriage Records, 1909-2008.

Irvin Emmet Ruble1,2,3

M, b. October 20, 1877, d. March 29, 1927
     Irvin Emmet Ruble was born on October 20, 1877 at Craig Co., Virginia.2,3 He married Lizzie Payne Martin, daughter of Thomas Benton Martin and Mary Jane Elmore, on October 5, 1918 at Craig Co., Virginia.1 Irvin Emmet Ruble died on March 29, 1927 at Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia, at age 49.2

Family

Lizzie Payne Martin b. May 9, 1882, d. April 29, 1956
Marriage*He married Lizzie Payne Martin, daughter of Thomas Benton Martin and Mary Jane Elmore, on October 5, 1918 at Craig Co., Virginia.1 

Citations

  1. [S11575] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935.
  2. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  3. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.

Addie K. Martin1,2

F, b. May 9, 1882, d. November 15, 1882
FatherThomas Benton Martin1,2 b. June 15, 1847, d. February 14, 1935
MotherMary Jane Elmore1,2 b. April 12, 1845, d. August 15, 1925
     Addie K. Martin was born on May 9, 1882 at Clover Hollow, Giles Co., Virginia.1 She died on November 15, 1882 at Clover Hollow, Giles Co., Virginia.2

Citations

  1. [S11769] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Birth Registers, 1853-1911.
  2. [S5752] Unknown compiler, Virginia, Deaths and Burials Index, 1853-1917.

Mollie F. LaFon1,2

F, b. May 26, 1880, d. September 22, 1925
     Mollie F. LaFon was buried at Guy Trollinger Huffman Family Cemetery, off Rt. 632 on John's Creek, Craig Co., Virginia.2 She was born on May 26, 1880 at Maggie, Craig Co., Virginia.2 As of October 26, 1907,her married name was Martin.1 She married Greeley Craig Martin, son of Thomas Benton Martin and Mary Jane Elmore, on October 26, 1907 at Craig Co., Virginia.1 Mollie F. LaFon died on September 22, 1925 at Simmonsville, Craig Co., Virginia, at age 45.2

Census Records

1910Dwelling 19, District 76, Simmonsville, Craig Co., Virginia3
1920Dwelling 149, District 83, Simmonsville, Craig Co., Virginia4

Family

Greeley Craig Martin b. May 2, 1884, d. March 17, 1963
Marriage*Mollie F. LaFon married Greeley Craig Martin, son of Thomas Benton Martin and Mary Jane Elmore, on October 26, 1907 at Craig Co., Virginia.1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S11575] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935.
  2. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  3. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  4. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.

Bessie Lee Dellinger1,2

F, b. November 18, 1897, d. December 3, 1972
     Bessie Lee Dellinger was buried at Wardensville Cemetery, Wardensville, Hardy Co., West Virginia.1,3,2 Her married name was Martin.1 She married Greeley Craig Martin, son of Thomas Benton Martin and Mary Jane Elmore.1,2 Bessie Lee Dellinger was born on November 18, 1897 at Hardy Co., West Virginia.1,2 She died on December 3, 1972 at Fisher, Hardy Co., West Virginia, at age 75.1,2 She A funeral service for Mrs. Bessie L. Martin, 75, formerly of Gore, who died Sunday at Fisher, W.Va., will be conducted tomorrow morning at 11 o'clock at the Giffin Funeral Home, Capon Bridge, W.Va., by the Rev. Dr. J.F. Omps. Mrs. Martin was born in Hardy County, W.Va., on Nov. 18, 1897, daughter of the late Ephiam and Minerva Miller Dellinger. Her husband, Greeley C. Martin, died March 17, 1963. She was a member of the Hebron Baptist Church of Gore. She is survived by one son, Houston Earl Miller of Mountain Falls Route; one sister, Mrs. Lucy Kaufman of Wardensville, W.Va; and one brother, Harvey Dellinger of Siler Route. Pallbearers will be Eldridge Pugh, Delbert Whitacre, C.L. Sirbaugh, Lacy H. Anderson, Russell Cooper, and S.M. Pugh. Burial will be in the Wardensville Cemetery. on December 5, 1972.2

Census Records

1930Dwelling 167, District 1, Back Creek, Frederick Co., Virginia4
1940Dwelling 184, District 35-1, Back Creek, Frederick Co., Virginia5

Family

Greeley Craig Martin b. May 2, 1884, d. March 17, 1963
Marriage*Bessie Lee Dellinger married Greeley Craig Martin, son of Thomas Benton Martin and Mary Jane Elmore.1,2 

Citations

  1. [S996] West Virginia Division of Culture and History, online http://www.wvculture.org/vrr/, From the Bessie Lee Martin death certificate.
  2. [S12585] Winchester Evening Star, From the Bessie L. Martin obituary in the Dec 5, 1972 edition.
  3. [S12584] Wardensville Cemetery, Hardy Co., WV, online www.findagrave.com.
  4. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.

Thomas Hill Martin1,2

M, b. October 22, 1909, d. August 11, 1910
FatherGreeley Craig Martin1 b. May 2, 1884, d. March 17, 1963
MotherMollie F. LaFon1 b. May 26, 1880, d. September 22, 1925
     Thomas Hill Martin was buried at Guy Trollinger Huffman Family Cemetery, off Rt. 632 on John's Creek, Craig Co., Virginia.2 He was born on October 22, 1909 at Craig Co., Virginia.2 He died on August 11, 1910 at Craig Co., Virginia.2

Census Records

1910Dwelling 19, District 76, Simmonsville, Craig Co., Virginia1

Citations

  1. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S10128] Guy Trollinger Huffman Cemetery, Craig Co., VA, online www.findagrave.com.

Arthur Clinton Martin1,2,3,4,5

M, b. May 16, 1910, d. October 8, 1976
FatherGreeley Craig Martin1,2 b. May 2, 1884, d. March 17, 1963
MotherMollie F. LaFon1,2 b. May 26, 1880, d. September 22, 1925
     His Social Security Number was 232-10-8390.6 Arthur Clinton Martin was buried at Lakewood Cemetery, Bowling Green, Caroline Co., Virginia.2,3 He was born on May 16, 1910 at Maggie, Craig Co., Virginia.2,3,7,8,6,9 He married Jean Anita Smith on June 27, 1933 at Washington, D.C..4 Arthur Clinton Martin and Jean Anita Smith were divorced on October 20, 1954 at Caroline Co., Virginia.5 Arthur Clinton Martin died on October 8, 1976 at Richmond, Virginia, at age 66.2,3,9

Census Records

1920Dwelling 149, District 83, Simmonsville, Craig Co., Virginia1
1940Dwelling 49, District 49-3, Cayuta, Schuyler Co., New York10

Occupation

1940Timber grader10

Family

Jean Anita Smith b. December 23, 1915, d. December 4, 1991
Marriage*Arthur Clinton Martin married Jean Anita Smith on June 27, 1933 at Washington, D.C..4 
Divorce* Arthur Clinton Martin and Jean Anita Smith were divorced on October 20, 1954 at Caroline Co., Virginia.5 
Children

Citations

  1. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  3. [S12586] Lakewood Cemetery, Caroline Co., VA, online www.findagrave.com.
  4. [S11409] Unknown compiler, Washington, D.C., U.S., Marriage Records, 1810-1953.
  5. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  6. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  7. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  8. [S9842] Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S., Veterans Administration Master Index, 1917-1940.
  9. [S3600] U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S., Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File, 1850-2010.
  10. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S5627] FamilySearch, West Virginia, Births Index, 1804-1938.
  12. [S8769] Newark Advocate, The, From the Arthur R. Martin obituary in the Feb 11, 2014 edition.
  13. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.

Jean Anita Smith1,2,3

F, b. December 23, 1915, d. December 4, 1991
     Jean Anita Smith was buried at Lakewood Cemetery, Bowling Green, Caroline Co., Virginia.1 Her Social Security Number was 129-16-5507.3 She was born on December 23, 1915 at Ronceverte, Greenbrier Co., West Virginia.1,3 As of June 27, 1933,her married name was Martin.2 She married Arthur Clinton Martin, son of Greeley Craig Martin and Mollie F. LaFon, on June 27, 1933 at Washington, D.C..2 Jean Anita Smith and Arthur Clinton Martin were divorced on October 20, 1954 at Caroline Co., Virginia.4 Jean Anita Smith died on December 4, 1991 at age 75.1,3

Census Records

1940Dwelling 49, District 49-3, Cayuta, Schuyler Co., New York5

Family

Arthur Clinton Martin b. May 16, 1910, d. October 8, 1976
Marriage*Jean Anita Smith married Arthur Clinton Martin, son of Greeley Craig Martin and Mollie F. LaFon, on June 27, 1933 at Washington, D.C..2 
Divorce* Jean Anita Smith and Arthur Clinton Martin were divorced on October 20, 1954 at Caroline Co., Virginia.4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S12586] Lakewood Cemetery, Caroline Co., VA, online www.findagrave.com.
  2. [S11409] Unknown compiler, Washington, D.C., U.S., Marriage Records, 1810-1953.
  3. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  4. [S5151] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Divorce Records, 1918-2014.
  5. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S5627] FamilySearch, West Virginia, Births Index, 1804-1938.
  7. [S8769] Newark Advocate, The, From the Arthur R. Martin obituary in the Feb 11, 2014 edition.
  8. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.

Arthur Ray Martin1,2

M, b. December 1, 1934, d. February 9, 2014
FatherArthur Clinton Martin1,3,2 b. May 16, 1910, d. October 8, 1976
MotherJean Anita Smith1,3,2 b. December 23, 1915, d. December 4, 1991
     Arthur Ray Martin was born on December 1, 1934 at Moorefield, Hardy Co., West Virginia.1,2 He married Deborah L. Sullivan circa 1995.2 Arthur Ray Martin died on February 9, 2014 at Newark, Essex Co., New Jersey, at age 79.2 He A celebration of life visitation will be held for Arthur R. "Marty" Martin, 79, of Heath, in Granville. Marty, owner of Martin Trucking, died Sunday, February 9, 2014 at Licking Memorial Hospital in Newark. He was born Dec.1, 1934 in Moorefield, WV to the late Arthur and Jean (Smith) Martin. A US Air Force veteran, Marty proudly served his country in the Korea War as an aircraft mechanic. He was privileged to work on the airplane of Dwight D. Eisenhower while stationed in Azores. A very ornery, free-spirit, Marty loved being on the road meeting people and making new friends all over the country. He was a very funny, loveable guy who fascinated many with the stories he shared over the years. He enjoyed tinkering and mechanics, especially his truck. Surviving are his wife of 19 years, Deborah L. (Sullivan) Martin of Heath; son, Gerald (Dawn) Martin of Baltimore, MD; daughter, Sandra (Joseph) Zapf of Baltimore, MD; grandson, Jeremiah (Trisha) Siebert; great-granddaughter, Sadie Siebert; and brother, Steven Martin of Richmond, VA. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by one son, Douglas Martin. on February 11, 2014.2

Census Records

1940Dwelling 49, District 49-3, Cayuta, Schuyler Co., New York3

Family 1

Children
  • Gerald Martin2
  • Sandra Martin2

Family 2

Deborah L. Sullivan
Marriage*Arthur Ray Martin married Deborah L. Sullivan circa 1995.2 

Citations

  1. [S5627] FamilySearch, West Virginia, Births Index, 1804-1938.
  2. [S8769] Newark Advocate, The, From the Arthur R. Martin obituary in the Feb 11, 2014 edition.
  3. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.

John Henry Humphreys1,2,3,4

M, b. December 18, 1882, d. January 31, 1967
     John Henry Humphreys was buried at Paint Bank Community Cemetery, Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.3,4 His Social Security Number was 228-48-1900.5 He was born on December 18, 1882 at Craig Co., Virginia; His death certificate has a birth year of 1883.2,3,4,5,6 He married Mattie Jane Martin, daughter of Thomas Benton Martin and Mary Jane Elmore, on July 24, 1906 at Craig Co., Virginia.1,4 John Henry Humphreys died on January 31, 1967 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 84.3,4

Census Records

1910Dwelling 125, District 75, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia7
1920Dwelling 100, District 80, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia8
1930Dwelling 172, District 3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia9
1940Dwelling 208, District 23-3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia10
1950Dwelling 71, District 23-5, Craig Co., Virginia11

Occupation

1910Farmer7
1920Sawmill laborer8
1930Farm laborer9
1940Fire service foreman10

Family

Mattie Jane Martin b. July 8, 1886, d. August 22, 1973
Marriage*John Henry Humphreys married Mattie Jane Martin, daughter of Thomas Benton Martin and Mary Jane Elmore, on July 24, 1906 at Craig Co., Virginia.1,4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S11575] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935.
  2. [S533] National Archives and Records Administration, World War I Selective Service System Draft Registration Cards, 1917-18.
  3. [S12555] Paint Bank Community Cemetery, Craig Co., VA, online www.findagrave.com.
  4. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  5. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  6. [S11769] Unknown compiler, Virginia, U.S., Birth Registers, 1853-1911.
  7. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  9. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  11. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  12. [S3336] Paitsel Funeral Home, Craig Co., VA, online http://www.paitselfh.com/, From the Helen H. Baker obituary.
  13. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  14. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  15. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.

Paul Venson Humphreys1,2,3,4

M, b. November 22, 1907, d. April 30, 1976
FatherJohn Henry Humphreys1,5,6,7,8,9,3 b. December 18, 1882, d. January 31, 1967
MotherMattie Jane Martin1,6,5,7,8,3 b. July 8, 1886, d. August 22, 1973
     Paul Venson Humphreys was buried at Paint Bank Community Cemetery, Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.2,3 His Social Security Number was 224-01-8860.10 He married Maude Ozenia Lugar.5,11 Paul Venson Humphreys was born on November 22, 1907 at Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.2,3,4,10 He died on April 30, 1976 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 68.2,3

Census Records

1910Dwelling 125, District 75, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia9
1920Dwelling 100, District 80, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia1
1930Dwelling 172, District 3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia6
1940Dwelling 208, District 23-3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia5
1950Dwelling 71, District 23-5, Craig Co., Virginia7

Occupation

1930Mail carrier6
1940Rayon plant foreman5

Family

Maude Ozenia Lugar b. July 7, 1913, d. October 5, 2006
Marriage*Paul Venson Humphreys married Maude Ozenia Lugar.5,11 
Children

Citations

  1. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S12555] Paint Bank Community Cemetery, Craig Co., VA, online www.findagrave.com.
  3. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  4. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  5. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S3336] Paitsel Funeral Home, Craig Co., VA, online http://www.paitselfh.com/, From the Helen H. Baker obituary.
  9. [S205] National Archives and Records Administration, 1910 United States Federal Census.
  10. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  11. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Maude Lugar Humphreys obituary in the Oct 6, 2006 edition.
  12. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Inez Humphreys Craft obituary in the Jan 27, 2016 edition.
  13. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Purcell Lugar Humphreys obituary in the May 14, 2010 edition.
  14. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  15. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  16. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Martha Jane Humphreys Ruble obituary in the Aug 30, 2002 edition.

Lester Scofield Humphreys1,2,3

M, b. May 19, 1910, d. March 26, 2002
FatherJohn Henry Humphreys1,4,3,5 b. December 18, 1882, d. January 31, 1967
MotherMattie Jane Martin1,4,3,5 b. July 8, 1886, d. August 22, 1973
     Lester Scofield Humphreys was buried at Resthaven Memorial Cemetery, 4400 Bardstown Road, Louisville, Jefferson Co., Kentucky.6 His Social Security Number was 227-10-2980.3 He married Tressie G. Sapp.7 Lester Scofield Humphreys was born on May 19, 1910 at Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.2,3,8 He died on March 26, 2002 at Jefferson Co., Kentucky, at age 91.3,9,8

Census Records

1920Dwelling 100, District 80, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia1
1930Dwelling 172, District 3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia4

Family

Tressie G. Sapp b. December 3, 1908, d. May 23, 2007
Marriage*Lester Scofield Humphreys married Tressie G. Sapp.7 

Citations

  1. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S3706] 1926–1975, RG 147. The National Archives at Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia Records of the Selective Service System, U.S. WWII Draft Cards Young Men, 1940-1947.
  3. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  4. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S3336] Paitsel Funeral Home, Craig Co., VA, online http://www.paitselfh.com/, From the Helen H. Baker obituary.
  6. [S8570] Resthaven Memorial Cemetery, Jefferson Co., KY, online www.findagrave.com.
  7. [S7582] Courier-Journal, The, From the Tressie G. Humphreys obituary in the May 25, 2007 edition.
  8. [S3600] U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, U.S., Department of Veterans Affairs BIRLS Death File, 1850-2010.
  9. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.

Helen Irene Humphreys1,2,3

F, b. July 15, 1912, d. January 26, 2016
FatherJohn Henry Humphreys1,4,2,5,6 b. December 18, 1882, d. January 31, 1967
MotherMattie Jane Martin1,4,2,5,6 b. July 8, 1886, d. August 22, 1973
     Helen Irene Humphreys was buried at Paint Bank Community Cemetery, Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.6,3 She Helen H. Baker, 103 of Paint Bank, VA went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, January 26, 2016. She was preceded in death by her husband Berlin Baker; parents John and Mattie Humphreys; 2 brothers Paul and Lester Humphreys; and 1 great-granddaughter Mattie Baker Downer. She is survived by sons and daughters-in-law Dolan and Ruth Baker of Williamston, NC; Barton and Judy Baker of Morgantown, WV; Arden and Linda Baker of Covington, VA; grandchildren Dwayne and Douglas Baker, Aaron Baker, Molly Downer, and Ryan Baker; great-grandchildren Rachel, Kailey, Coleman, Brandon, Daniel, Luke, J.J., and Weston Baker. She was baptized at the age of 16 and was a lifetime member of Maple Grove Christian Church for 87 years. She taught Sunday School for over 50 years. Helen was a member of the Ladies Auxillary of Paint Bank Volunteer Fire Department. She was active in the Craig Co. Historical Society and wrote many historical accounts about the Paint Bank Community. Her favorite pastimes were quilting and crocheting. She had numerous friends and neighbors and never met a stranger. Interment will follow at Paint Bank Community Cemetery.6 She was born on July 15, 1912 at Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.5,3 As of October 23, 1937,her married name was Baker.2 She married William Berlin Baker on October 23, 1937 at Roanoke, Virginia.2,6,3,7 Helen Irene Humphreys died on January 26, 2016 at Virginia at age 103.6,3

Census Records

1920Dwelling 100, District 80, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia1
1930Dwelling 172, District 3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia4
1940Dwelling 209, District 23-3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia8

Family

William Berlin Baker b. December 11, 1907, d. November 12, 1971
Marriage*Helen Irene Humphreys married William Berlin Baker on October 23, 1937 at Roanoke, Virginia.2,6,3,7 
Children
  • Dolan Lynwood Baker6,8
  • Barton Scofield Baker6,2
  • Arden Filmore Baker6,2

Citations

  1. [S119] National Archives and Records Administration, 1920 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  3. [S12555] Paint Bank Community Cemetery, Craig Co., VA, online www.findagrave.com.
  4. [S118] National Archives and Records Administration, 1930 United States Federal Census.
  5. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  6. [S3336] Paitsel Funeral Home, Craig Co., VA, online http://www.paitselfh.com/, From the Helen H. Baker obituary.
  7. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  8. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.

Maude Ozenia Lugar1,2,3

F, b. July 7, 1913, d. October 5, 2006
     Her Social Security Number was 228-38-0626.4 Maude Ozenia Lugar was buried at Paint Bank Community Cemetery, Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.1,2 Her married name was Humphreys.5 She married Paul Venson Humphreys, son of John Henry Humphreys and Mattie Jane Martin.5,1 Maude Ozenia Lugar was born on July 7, 1913 at Alleghany, Craig Co., Virginia.1,2,3,4 She died on October 5, 2006 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 93.1,2,6,4 She Maude Lugar Humphreys, 93, of Salem, formerly of New Castle, entered into heaven on Thursday, October 5, 2006. She was born July 7, 1913 in New Castle, Va., to Loren and Martha Lugar. Maude lived her life as wife and mother in Paint Bank and in New Castle. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul V. Humphreys; daughter, Martha H. Ruble; grandson, Martin Howard Ruble; daughter-in-law, Catherine G. Humphreys; two sisters, Thelma L. Layman and Kate L. Webb; and one brother, W. Frank Lugar. She is survived by a son, H. Thornton Humphreys of Ellijay, Ga; a daughter and son-in-law, George and Inez Craft of Salem, Va; a son and daughter-in-law, Purcell and Sue Humphreys of Daleville, Va; and a son-in-law, Martin D. Ruble of Steilacoom, Wash; 10 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 12 great-great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff of South Roanoke Nursing Home for the loving care and support during these past weeks. Graveside services will be 3 p.m. Sunday, October 8, 2006 at Paint Bank Community Cemetery with the Rev. George Edwards officiating. on October 6, 2006.1

Census Records

1940Dwelling 208, District 23-3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia5
1950Dwelling 71, District 23-5, Craig Co., Virginia7

Family

Paul Venson Humphreys b. November 22, 1907, d. April 30, 1976
Marriage*Maude Ozenia Lugar married Paul Venson Humphreys, son of John Henry Humphreys and Mattie Jane Martin.5,1 
Children

Citations

  1. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Maude Lugar Humphreys obituary in the Oct 6, 2006 edition.
  2. [S12555] Paint Bank Community Cemetery, Craig Co., VA, online www.findagrave.com.
  3. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  4. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  5. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.
  7. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Inez Humphreys Craft obituary in the Jan 27, 2016 edition.
  9. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Purcell Lugar Humphreys obituary in the May 14, 2010 edition.
  10. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  11. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  12. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Martha Jane Humphreys Ruble obituary in the Aug 30, 2002 edition.

Hunter Thornton Humphreys1,2,3,4

M, b. February 28, 1932, d. January 23, 2008
FatherPaul Venson Humphreys1,2,5,6,4 b. November 22, 1907, d. April 30, 1976
MotherMaude Ozenia Lugar1,2,5,6,4 b. July 7, 1913, d. October 5, 2006
     Hunter Thornton Humphreys was buried at Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery, Ellijay, Gilmer Co., Georgia.3 His Social Security Number was 245-48-0918.7 He married Catherine Green.3 Hunter Thornton Humphreys was born on February 28, 1932 at Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.3,4,7 He married Gerlene Ruth McCaleb on May 6, 1950 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.4 Hunter Thornton Humphreys died on January 23, 2008 at Gilmer Co., Georgia, at age 75.3,7

Census Records

1940Dwelling 208, District 23-3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia1

Family 1

Catherine Green b. March 20, 1925, d. February 12, 1998
Marriage*Hunter Thornton Humphreys married Catherine Green.3 

Family 2

Gerlene Ruth McCaleb b. August 28, 1932, d. October 15, 2021
Marriage*Hunter Thornton Humphreys married Gerlene Ruth McCaleb on May 6, 1950 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.4 
Children
  • Shelia Humphreys8
  • Ramona Gale Humphreys8,4
  • Danny Brent Humphreys4

Citations

  1. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Maude Lugar Humphreys obituary in the Oct 6, 2006 edition.
  3. [S12587] Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery, Gilmer Co., GA, online www.findagrave.com.
  4. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  5. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Inez Humphreys Craft obituary in the Jan 27, 2016 edition.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Purcell Lugar Humphreys obituary in the May 14, 2010 edition.
  7. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  8. [S3624] Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory, online http://www.oakeys.com/, From the Gerlene Humphreys obituary.

Mildred Inez Humphreys1,2,3,4,5

F, b. January 8, 1934, d. January 25, 2016
FatherPaul Venson Humphreys1,6,2,3,4 b. November 22, 1907, d. April 30, 1976
MotherMaude Ozenia Lugar1,6,2,3,4 b. July 7, 1913, d. October 5, 2006
     Mildred Inez Humphreys was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5737 Airport Road NW, Roanoke, Virginia.3,7 She was born on January 8, 1934 at Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.3,5 As of June 30, 1955,her married name was Craft.4 She married George Francis Craft on June 30, 1955 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.2,3,4 Mildred Inez Humphreys died on January 25, 2016 at Salem, Roanoke Co., Virginia, at age 82.3 She Inez Humphreys Craft of Salem, Virginia, entered into Heaven on Monday, January 25, 2016, at the age of 82. She was predeceased by her parents, Paul V. and Maude L. Humphreys; sister and brother-in-law, Martha and Marty Ruble; brother and sister-in-law, Thornton and Catherine Humphreys; and brother, Purcell Humphreys. She is survived by her husband and soul mate of 60 years, George F. Craft of Salem, Virginia; a daughter, GiGi Craft Hall and husband, Chris, of Roanoke, Virginia; a son, George F. Craft, II and wife, Kim, of Winchester, Virginia; six grandchildren, Krisanna Hall Miller, Chelsey Hall, McKinley Craft, Mary Hunter Craft, Braxton Terry and George F. Craft, III (Trey); and two great-grandchildren, Grayson Miller and Paxton Miller. She was born in Paint Bank, Virginia, on a traditional family farm to Paul and Maude Humphreys. She attended New Castle High School where she met George, her life partner of 60 years. They moved to Roanoke and started their family and careers. Years ahead of her time, juggling work and family, Inez was a devoted wife, loving mother and successful business woman. She spent her career managing the business offices of several automobile dealerships in New Castle and Salem, Virginia. She was an active leader of the American Business Women's Association where she kindled life-long friendships. As a devoted Christian and active member of Melrose Christian Church, she served and worshiped the Lord faithfully. Interment will follow at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens. on January 27, 2016.3

Census Records

1940Dwelling 208, District 23-3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia1
1950Dwelling 71, District 23-5, Craig Co., Virginia6

Family

George Francis Craft b. December 20, 1933, d. May 12, 2020
Marriage*Mildred Inez Humphreys married George Francis Craft on June 30, 1955 at New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia.2,3,4 
Children
  • Georganna "GiGi" Craft3,8,4
  • George Francis Craft II3,8,4

Citations

  1. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Maude Lugar Humphreys obituary in the Oct 6, 2006 edition.
  3. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Inez Humphreys Craft obituary in the Jan 27, 2016 edition.
  4. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  5. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  6. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  7. [S2265] Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, Roanoke VA, online http://www.findagrave.com/cgi-bin/fg.cgi?page=cr&GSln=poff&GSbyrel=in&GSdyrel=in&GSst=48&GScntry=4&GSob=n&GSsr=241&GRid=44634996&CRid=49500&df=all&
  8. [S3624] Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory, online http://www.oakeys.com/, From the George Francis Craft obituary.

Martha Jane Humphreys1,2,3,4

F, b. January 25, 1937, d. August 28, 2002
FatherPaul Venson Humphreys1,5,6,7,8,2,4 b. November 22, 1907, d. April 30, 1976
MotherMaude Ozenia Lugar1,5,6,7,8,2,4 b. July 7, 1913, d. October 5, 2006
     Her Social Security Number was 224-76-7777.2 Her married name was Ruble.6 Martha Jane Humphreys married Martin Davy Ruble.6,7,4 Martha Jane Humphreys was born on January 25, 1937 at Paint Bank, Craig Co., Virginia.2,3 She died on August 28, 2002 at Pierce Co., Washington, at age 65.2,9,10,4 She RUBLE, Martha Jane Humphreys, 65, of Steilacoom, Wash., went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 28, 2002. Martha grew up in New Castle, Va., and was a daughter of Maude Humphreys and the late Paul V. Humphreys. She was devoted to her family and served faithfully as a military wife to her husband of 44 years, Marty, and as a mother to her two sons, Howie and Mark. Martha was preceded in death by her son, Martin Howard Ruble. She is survived by her husband, Martin David Ruble of Steilacoom, Wash; and her son, Mark Allen Ruble, also of Steilacoom, Wash; her mother, Maude L. Humphreys of Salem; brother, H. Thornton Humphreys of Ellijay, Ga; sister, Inez H. Craft and husband, George of Salem; brother, Purcell L. Humphreys and wife, Sue of Daleville; brother-in-law, Jerry Ruble of Catawba; two grandchildren, Joshua Ruble of Virginia Beach and Michelle Ruble of Roanoke; and several nieces and nephews. on August 30, 2002.4

Census Records

1940Dwelling 208, District 23-3, New Castle, Craig Co., Virginia1
1950Dwelling 71, District 23-5, Craig Co., Virginia5

Family

Martin Davy Ruble b. November 1, 1933, d. January 23, 2012
Marriage*Martha Jane Humphreys married Martin Davy Ruble.6,7,4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S3353] National Archives and Records Administration, 1940 United States Federal Census.
  2. [S5223] Social Security Administration, U.S., Social Security Applications and Claims Index, 1936-2007.
  3. [S5152] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Birth Records, 1912-2015, Delayed Birth Records, 1721-1920.
  4. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Martha Jane Humphreys Ruble obituary in the Aug 30, 2002 edition.
  5. [S11679] Unknown author, 1950 United States Federal Census.
  6. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Maude Lugar Humphreys obituary in the Oct 6, 2006 edition.
  7. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Inez Humphreys Craft obituary in the Jan 27, 2016 edition.
  8. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Purcell Lugar Humphreys obituary in the May 14, 2010 edition.
  9. [S453] Washington State Department of Health, Washington Death Index, 1940-2014.
  10. [S9] Unknown subject, unknown file number, SSDI, U.S. Social Security Administrations Death Master File.
  11. [S102] Roanoke Times, From the Martin Davy Ruble obituary in the Feb 13, 2012 edition.
  12. [S5130] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, U.S., Marriage Records, 1936-2014.
  13. [S5149] Virginia Department of Health, Virginia, Death Records, 1912-2014.